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Why rent a car in Montenegro
Montenegro is tiny — you can cross the whole country in three hours — but buses are slow, infrequent, and skip the best spots. A rental car lets you drive from the Adriatic coast to Durmitor National Park in half a day, stop wherever you want along the Bay of Kotor, and cross into Croatia, Albania, or Bosnia without waiting for anyone.
TakeCars connects you directly with verified local car owners across Montenegro. Every listing shows real photos, and the price you see includes insurance, delivery, and all taxes — locked in before you book.
What travelers actually do with their rental cars
- Matej 🇸🇰 picked up a Skoda Fabia at Podgorica Airport and road-tripped across the whole country. "We didn't even have to pay a deposit. The car looked brand new."
- Bartosz 🇵🇱 rented a Renault Megane (got a BMW 1 Series instead). Drove through Croatia, Albania, and Bosnia. "The most important thing is that we got where we wanted."
- Waldemar 🇩🇪 needed a second driver, full insurance, and cross-border access. "It was cheaper than international companies." Took a photo at the Đurđevića Tara Bridge.
- Rustam rented a Peugeot 207 CC convertible. Drove the coast with the top down. "Such a fun little convertible to drive!"
- Janette 🇨🇦 rented for a family trip from Ulcinj to Tivat. The owner drove them to the Croatian border at 1 AM with a baby.
- Adam 🇵🇱 drove a week across the country. "The air conditioning works and it drove up every mountain, and there is no shortage of those in Montenegro."
Where to rent a car in Montenegro
Montenegro has two main airports: Tivat Airport (TIV) on the coast and Podgorica Airport (TGD) in the capital. Most tourists arrive at Tivat for beach holidays and at Podgorica for inland trips. Pickup is also available in Budva, Kotor, Bar, Herceg Novi, and other coastal towns. One-way rentals between cities are available from many owners on TakeCars.
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What our users say
Here's what some of our most experienced renters did with their cars in Montenegro:
- Matej 🇸🇰 — road-tripped the whole country from Podgorica. No deposit, brand-new Skoda. "The best choice ever."
- Bartosz 🇵🇱 — drove through three countries in one trip: Croatia, Albania, and Bosnia.
- Janette 🇨🇦 — family trip with a baby from Ulcinj to Tivat to the Croatian border. The owner drove them at 1 AM.
- Rustam — convertible along the coast. "Such a fun little convertible to drive!"
Read about their rental experiences in Montenegro →
Volkswagen Golf Variant in Montenegro
Pick up from airport and drop off was smooth and swift. Personnel was there on time waiting. Car was in good condition and was clean. No issues with payment. Sometimes you come across even with konwn companies trying to keep the deposit with nonsense excuses; but nothing like that happened deposit was return fully with no issues. I strongly recommend. They will be my first choice on my next visit to Montenegro.
Volkswagen Polo in Montenegro
It was ok. No problem at all. The guy who brought the car to us also very nice. Thank you
Toyota Yaris in Montenegro
Everything is fine, thanks, we will contact you.
Toyota Yaris in Montenegro
Rented a car for 2 days. The best thing about this rental was, that the car was delivered to our address and same with the return. Car was clean and in good condition. Thank you for good service.
Mercedes-Benz A180 cdi in Montenegro
My opinion about renting this car is ambiguous. To begin with, I was not met at the airport, although the owner offered this service and this greatly influenced my choice. However, it should be noted that my taxi expenses were discounted from the remaining payment for the car. But the fact itself made me nervous and I wasted quite a lot of time waiting. By itself, the car is not bad, but its condition was expected to be much better. The power window button on the driver's door was broken (I can't imagine how it could be broken), so at every paid parking place I had to get out of the car for a ticket. When the car was started in the morning after a long parking, the sound of a slipping belt was noted, while turning on the go, there was also an extraneous low squeak of high frequency. Also on the instrument panel showed a message in German about some kind of malfunction. Since I do not know German, I had to call the owner of the car and find out the cause of the fault. I was informed that the instrument panel transponder states that there is no connection with the pressure sensor on the wheel and this does not affect the safety of the machine. The hatch in the roof of the car did not close completely. In connection with the foregoing, I had doubts about the car’s good condition, although the owner insisted that all of his cars were in good condition. In general, I first got a rented car in this condition. Despite the fact that when ordering a car, I chose the option to travel outside of Montenegro, the document for traveling to another country was not provided. The site states that the owner supports communication in Russian, which is not true. When the vehicle was handed over to me and when I subsequently asked for clarification about the cause of the malfunction, the staff of the rental agent tried to communicate in English. In spite of all the indicated disadvantages, there is one big advantage – I still drove this rented car to all the places where I wanted and it didn't break. But if I come to Montenegro again, I will use the services of a more responsible rental provider.
Toyota Yaris in Montenegro
Very good service. Car was exacly on time and even better model than ordered. No trickery and hidden costs. Easy to deal and no deposit required. We have a great time driving in Montenegro. Really worth recommending!
Skoda Fabia Combi in Montenegro
I would like to thank the staff who helped with the car 🙏 the car was delivered on time (early in the morning, as announced) payment was made by card, which was also very important. everything was very comfortable and affordable! Thank you! The car did not let us down and helped us to travel all over Montenegro.
Toyota Yaris in Montenegro
The impressions were good. There was one caveat with the car. Toyota Yaris was involved in an accident, but I was not informed about it in advance. As a result, the car was not provided on time, but later the manager contacted, apologized and provided another car.
Skoda Fabia Combi in Montenegro
It was ok given how Montenegro cat rental market looks like
Peugeot 208 in Montenegro
Everything went well. We went to Bosnia. There were no problems.
Hyundai i20 in Montenegro
Everything went very well, the local provider was very friendly, there were no problems, from the side of the site too
Skoda Fabia in Montenegro
In principle, everything went well. But ... Instead of Fabia, there was Seat Ibiza of 2012 instead of 2017 Fabia. The air conditioner did not work well in the car, but it was eliminated on a call after 2 days. For the rest, there are no complaints.
Renault Clio 4 in Montenegro
Our rental of the Clio went well. A battery failure during our stay was fixed by Ivan in the shortest possible time 👍 We will definitely come back to you again should the need arise
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What you should know before driving
🛣️ Montenegro is all serpentines. The coast road around the Bay of Kotor is stunning but narrow, with sharp hairpins and no guardrails in places. Glebs 🇱🇻 loved the Skoda Kamiq for it: "Excellent for the narrow and winding mountain roads." Don't rent a 1.0L engine if you're heading inland — Janis 🇱🇻 says small engines "should be prohibited in mountainous areas."
🌍 Sort out cross-border documents before you leave. If you plan to drive to Croatia, Albania, or Bosnia, confirm the green card (insurance for abroad) with your owner at booking. Henriikka 🇫🇮 didn't — and had to buy €50 insurance at the Albanian border. Vadims 🇱🇻 did it right: his owner Goran arranged extra insurance for nearby countries at pickup.
⛽ Choose your fuel station carefully. Some stations have been known to add water to the petrol. Rhidian 🇬🇧 got an engine warning light near Perast — his owner told him it happens and it's because of bad fuel. Stick to well-known brands.
🅿️ Parking in summer is a battle. Budva, Kotor Old Town, and Tivat get packed July–August. Street parking fills up fast. Rustam rented a compact convertible specifically because it was "perfect for finding parking spots even in busy areas."
📱 Stay in touch with your owner via WhatsApp. This is how everything works in Montenegro — pickup changes, return logistics, flat tires. Łukasz 🇵🇱 caught a flat tire on the road and "the owner sent help immediately."
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What owners have done for renters
This is the part that surprises most first-time renters on TakeCars. You're not dealing with a counter — you're dealing with a person.
- Janette 🇨🇦 — her owner drove her family to the Croatian border at 1 AM with a baby, after COVID rules changed their plans.
- Łukasz 🇵🇱 — got a flat tire on the road. His owner sent help immediately.
- Antonia 🇬🇷 — her owner Drago called the SIM card company to fix her phone, then picked up the car at her hostel.
- Kazimierz 🇵🇱 — got pulled over by police and couldn't find the rental contract. Called his owner, who helped solve it over the phone.
- Stanislav 🇷🇺 — dashboard warning light appeared mid-trip. His owner Ivan talked him through fixing it remotely.
- Sidi Hamza 🇲🇦 — flight was delayed. "It was no problem for them to bring the car to the parking of the airport."
Driving basics
Montenegro drives on the right. Speed limits: 50 km/h in cities, 80 km/h on open roads. There are no real highways — the fastest stretches allow around 100 km/h. Blood alcohol limit is 0.03% — effectively zero tolerance. Headlights must be on day and night, all year round.
Coastal roads are paved but narrow with frequent hairpin turns, especially around the Bay of Kotor. Inland roads to Durmitor and Žabljak are scenic but slow — budget more time than GPS suggests. Watch for cattle and rockfall on mountain roads.
"Montenegro is all mountains. The air conditioning works and the car drove up every mountain, and there is no shortage of those in Montenegro." — Adam 🇵🇱
Fuel and parking
Fuel stations are spaced every 20–70 km along the coast and main roads — rarer in the mountains, so fill up before heading to Durmitor or Lovćen. Most stations are full-service — an attendant fills your tank. Expect around €1.40–1.60 per liter for gasoline. Montenegro uses the euro.
Paid parking operates in Budva, Kotor, and Tivat during summer — about €1/hour in coastal towns. Elsewhere, parking is mostly free. In Kotor Old Town, use the paid lot outside the walls — there's no parking inside. The closer to tourist attractions, the harder it is to find a spot in July–August.
Insurance options on TakeCars
Every car comes with Third Party Liability at no extra cost. For broader protection:
- Collision Damage Waiver — covers damage to the rental car, excluding windscreen, tires, and underside.
- Super Collision Damage Waiver — covers all damage including windscreen, wheels, and undercarriage.
- Full Damage Waiver — zero liability. The most comprehensive option.
Cars with Collision Damage Waiver or higher typically require no deposit — look for the "Zero Deposit" label in listings.
Montenegro car rental questions
Confirmation emails are sent as soon as the booking is confirmed, usually within 24 hours.
Various insurance options like CDW, Super CDW, and Full Insurance are available.
A few suppliers provide cars without a deposit, but please note that cars in good condition are rarely offered without a deposit in Montenegro.
When you select the No Deposit option, no deposit needs to be left.
Deposits can be paid via cash or card. However, availability of deposit methods depends on the rental company. Check the car page for details.
Drivers must be at least 22 years old with 2+ years of driving experience and must sign a rental contract upon pickup.
In most cases, it is possible to pay the deposit and rent a car in Montenegro with cash and any bank card, debit or credit.
The choice of a rental car model in Montenegro depends on your plans—where you intend to go and how many people are in your group. Compact economy cars are perfect for solo travelers or couples. They are fuel-efficient and easy to maneuver through the narrow streets of Montenegrin towns. SUVs are suitable for families with children and for trips in mountainous terrain. Convertibles are excellent for scenic coastal drives during the warmer months. Minivans are best for larger groups or families. Use the filters on our website to find the best car model for your vacation.
Use the code LOCAL for up to 10% off your first car rental in Montenegro.
If permitted, the rental company will provide all necessary documentation for traveling abroad.
Upgrades to a higher car class are available at an additional cost.
Off-road driving is not permitted in Montenegro.
You will receive a rental voucher within a few hours after booking confirmation. Check your email and SPAM folder.
Yes, we offer roadside assistance across Montenegro to ensure your safety and comfort during the rental period.